How to fix a Mercedes Benz CLK trunk actuator (C, E, SLK class)

In this video I'll show you what causes the grinding noise when your trunk just won't open and how to fix it on a budget. It's an easy and quick repair and it's good as new!
I'll show you step by step on my 2008 CLK350 w209 but the same part is compatible with most C class, E class, SLK and CLK models that came out around the same time.
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[@glennjames9152]

Perfect! Was exactly my problem; the gear had both tabs snapped off. Thank you!

[@thompsonndlangamandla1271]

I love it, not too much just perfect. Lesson to learn.

[@brandongrant2769]

Shot brother just saved my life !!!! Great video solved all my problems!!!

[@adamdezsi]

Hell yeah man, glad to hear that!!! 💪

[@brandongrant2769]

@@adamdezsi yea mine has exactly same issue as understanding as car is now 20 years old so about time little price of plastic breaks thanks mate have good day

[@adamdezsi]

The seatbelt extenders and the rear window regulators eventually get there too, same plastic gear-type problem. Those are a lot more hands on to fix 😂

[@israellion91]

Maybe does not have any movement in the latch at all like no power is going to it. I was thinking it might be the micro switch.

[@ernestspencer7168]

What if f battery is dead and keyts don't work

[@adamdezsi]

Have you tried unlocking with the metal keyblade from inside the fob? If that doesn't work I'm afraid a locksmith is next :/

[@tyrondajames1253]

Is there a button in glove compartment for benz e550 convertible

[@adamdezsi]

Unfortunately I'm not too familiar with the E convertible but since they're otherwise very similar I'd think they share a lot of elements and design cues.

[@thompsonndlangamandla1271]

Thank you very much, well done

[@adamdezsi]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@talusuu2606]

mine don’t make any noise at all but the car to dead to start is that why it won’t open because it’s to dead everything els work except the automatic window blinds

[@adamdezsi]

Weird that the blinds are working, but yes I'd definitely try putting her on a charger. If you can't get power to the car you could *theoretically* unscrew the licence plate lights and their plastic frame, unhook the ball-end of the opener wire and give it a good tug. Best of luck!

[@iosoul]

hi the key broke off while trying to open it. Any advice?

[@adamdezsi]

Unscrew the licence plate light assembly and you'll be able to tug on the wire

[@jenna_parker_03]

Mine didn’t open even with the metal key 😢

[@adamdezsi]

I'm so sorry to hear that! Was the car in an accident? A bent body panel would explain this.

[@reneeprince4369]

What do you do when the trunk does not lock?

[@adamdezsi]

Good question Renee! Do you hear any noise from the trunk at all when you're trying to lock it?

[@dianabratten1909]

What if trunk was hit and it won't open with the key

[@adamdezsi]

Well if the trunk is beyond salvageable I've seen rear-ended junkyard cars with the trunk being cut around the lock mechanism with a saw. Not pretty, but if there's no other way... If the locking latch is warped that may be your only option. Might be worth asking a locksmith.

[@leilashahsavani8822]

God blessed you

[@adamdezsi]

👐

[@Mrwinecontreras]

I’m my case it won’t stay close 😭

[@adamdezsi]

That's interesting! Could it be the same gear that's broken? Do you hear that whirring sound when you lock?

[@paulbrown140]

Why does dashboard say boot is open when it is latched Ok (w209)

[@adamdezsi]

What's the exact error message? Could be boot lid or trunk which would be two different things, not sure if the UK version says boot instead of trunk. Either way I suspect a microswitch.

[@evelynmahoney3569]

@@adamdezsi I think Boot & Trunk are the same thing. I think Bonnet is their word for Hood. Maybe that's what ur thinking of.

[@pdspnewcastle9601]

I have been experiencing the same issue since my bootlid actuator went bust. Always a red light on the bootlid button in the cockpit even though it's frmly closed.

[@adamdezsi]

I seem to remember the word boot being used for the tonneau cover that reveals the roof, and trunk for trunk - hence the confusion.

[@hanigharaibeh6002]

Even w the manual key . It is not opening. Not that easy...

[@adamdezsi]

Did you get rear ended? Sounds like the lock mechanism is seized. You could try taking off the plastic with the license plate lights and try to open the lock with the wire that's now exposed.

[@GezimMucejani]

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